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The Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC) is the government authority in Saudi Arabia responsible for technical and vocational training. It plays a key role in developing skilled Saudi nationals in line with the country’s workforce needs and Vision 2030 goals.
Defensive Driving for Heavy Trucks
Course Overview
Defensive Driving for Heavy Trucks is a specialized one-day training program designed for drivers who operate heavy vehicles as part of their job. The course focuses on improving driving behaviour, reducing accident risks, and increasing operational safety for companies that manage heavy truck fleets.
This training is especially suitable for industries such as logistics, construction, and oil & gas, where drivers face higher road risks due to vehicle size, load weight, blind spots, and long-distance driving.
The program combines classroom learning with practical driving sessions to help drivers improve control, awareness, and safe driving techniques specific to heavy trucks.
Key Takeaways
Participants will learn how to:
- Recognize risks specific to heavy truck driving
- Improve hazard awareness and decision-making skills
- Understand and manage heavy vehicle blind spots
- Conduct effective pre-journey inspections for heavy trucks
- Apply safe loading and unloading practices
- Use engine braking correctly for better vehicle control
- Improve low-speed maneuvering and parking safety
- Manage fatigue, distractions, and driver limitations
- Reduce fuel consumption and vehicle wear
- Respond safely during emergency situations
Course Outline
Introduction to Defensive Driving for Heavy Trucks
Understanding the importance of safety in heavy vehicle operations.
Road Traffic Systems and Rules
Understanding regulations related to heavy vehicle driving.
Driver Behaviour and Risk Awareness
Understanding how behaviour affects heavy vehicle safety.
Heavy Vehicle Blind Spots
Learning how to identify and manage blind spots.
Safe Loading and Unloading
Understanding correct load handling and load security practices.
Engine Braking and Vehicle Control
Learning how engine braking improves control and reduces wear.
Fatigue, Distractions, and Driver Limitations
Understanding the impact of fatigue and distraction on heavy vehicle safety.
Hazard Awareness and Risk Management
Learning how to identify and manage road hazards.
Adverse Weather Driving
Understanding how to drive heavy trucks safely in difficult weather conditions.
Low-Speed Maneuvering and Parking Safety
Improving control during slow-speed operations.
Emergency Situations and Response
Learning how to respond safely during emergencies such as brake failure or tire blowouts.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for:
- Heavy truck drivers
- Logistics and transport companies
- Construction companies
- Oil and gas sector drivers
- Fleet drivers
- Long-distance drivers
- Transport supervisors
- Fleet safety officers
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